# Laboratory Assistant - Part Time Regular FloatLifeLabsFull TimemidCAPosted Yesterday## Role OverviewLifeLabs is hiring a mid-level Laboratory Assistant - Part Time Regular Float. This is a full-time role in CA. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to IncludeMake sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoringAgileORPhlebotomyAccessibilityBenefitsPrivacyLifeLabsCanadaSign up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score## Job DescriptionLifeLabs is the largest community diagnostics laboratory in Canada, serving the healthcare needs of Canadians for over 50 years. Our team members are truly centred around our customers, and we know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us.Consistently named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes, LifeLabs has also been recognized for having an award-winning Mental Health Program from Benefits Canada. The passion and commitment of over 6,000 diverse and innovative team members unites and motivates us to ensure our customers receive high quality tests and results that they can trust. Agile, customer-centred, caring and teamwork: we live these values every day in what we do to support our customers and healthcare providers, driving forward our vision of empowering a healthier you.Make a difference - join the LifeLabs team today!At LifeLabs, we are focused on our vision of building a healthier Canada! We are the largest community diagnostics laboratory in Canada with over 382 collection centers, 16 laboratories and service over 20 million patients each year.Caring, Agile, Customer Driven, One Team - We live our values every day in what we do to help our patients and healthcare providers. With over 6,000 employees, we all make a difference and that is why our people are so important to us.This is an exciting time to join our LifeLabs team, grow your career with us and support numerous business initiatives, innovations, best practice, and business development opportunities. LifeLabs is currently looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our team in Kimberely, BC.As a Laboratory Assistant you will be responsible for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients through to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is an important role in patient care and our business and will let you see the difference that you make in patients' lives.This is a Part Time Regular Float role.The shifts may range between times of Monday through Friday, so applicant must be flexible working 20-37.5 hours per weekIn this role you will:Greet and request required information from patients, explain the specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect Holter monitors, 24-hour blood pressure monitoring, and perform ECG tracings.Perform special test collections, such as medical/legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials, and complete related client relationships, including responding to inquiries and following up on requests.Complete data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results.Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.The right person for this role will be focused on great customer/patient service and be able to relate to patients and clients even in stressful situations. Some key qualities include empathy, flexibility, adaptability to change, and problem-solving skills. Other requirements include:Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent related experience such as working as a healthcare professional with REQUIRED previous training or experience in phlebotomy (blood draws), intravenous infusion and/or intravenous therapy (e.g. nurses, infusion therapist, cardiac technologist etc.).ECG training or experience is an asset.Proficient data entry skills.Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.Ability to effectively relate to patients and health care providers.Ready to make a difference? Apply today!Hiring Range: $25.27 to $30.05The hiring range has been established, however, the final salary recommendation will be determined based off the level of experience, education requirement, external market conditions and internal equity.Employee Benefits:In this position, you will be eligible to participate LifeLabs' group benefits plan which is available to LifeLabs employees in accordance with the terms and conditions of those plans.Retirement Savings Plan:The LifeLabs plans provide members with an easy way to save for retirement. By participating in the plan, you receive contributions made to your account on your behalf from LifeLabs.Vacation Entitlement:In this position, you will be entitled to vacation. We promote a healthy work-life balance and expect your full vacation to be taken each year.Employee Wellness:LifeLabs offers an award-winning Wellness Program focused on supporting your total health and well-being under our physical, emotional, and financial wellness pillars. We have been recognized in the industry for our focus on mental health supports.Employee Giving program:Designed to support any employee who donates, fundraises or volunteers for a Canadian Registered Charity or Non-Profit addition, LifeLabs offers professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs - WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc. - and Optional Health-related BenefitsAt LifeLabs, we strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where our team members and the communities we serve feel accepted, valued, and respected.In accordance with LifeLabs' Accessibility Policy, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email .LifeLabs is committed to providing a safe environment for our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. We have been a leader throughout the COVID-19 pandemic regarding health and safety measures and have always put our employees and customers at the center of every decision that we make. As an organization in the health care sector, we believe the COVID vaccination adds a layer of protection that complements the extensive and necessary health and safety protocols that we have taken to date. With this in mind, we currently require all LifeLabs employees, contractors, students and volunteers to be fully operates under a distributed workforce model, where employee flexibility is a key priority. Further information will be provided during the interview process on what this means for employees.

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